Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 92,235 miles on the clock, averaging 4,978 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for NK52 XWB
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 92,235 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NK52 XWB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NK52 XWB
What car is NK52 XWB?
NK52 XWB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NK52 XWB?
The last recorded mileage for NK52 XWB was 92,235 miles, recorded on 24 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK52 XWB passed its MOT?
NK52 XWB has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2019.
Is NK52 XWB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK52 XWB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NK52 XWB?
NK52 XWB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.